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Variations ǀ ‘A sentiment of hopelessness’

THE recently issued, federally funded “Marianas Economic Roadmap: CNMI Economic Recovery Study” was prepared by a team of economists and other experts. It should be required reading for CNMI officials and politicians, many of whom either underestimate or are unaware of the complexity of the islands…
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Hope is not a plan

Politicians say the darndest things WE want to believe that the governor’s (hefty) funding requests to the feds are not the basis of his proposed budget and its revenue projections — both of which this administration seems to believe are immune from the deepening local economic malaise. To hear the…
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Empower the Zoning Board

WHY are we even talking about suspending the Zoning Board?  After carful studies, the legislature at the time found it NECESSARY to have zoning on Saipan.   One of the reasons as I recall was to manage development so that the ultimate results would be pleasing and orderly.  While the investor is as…
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Missing since April 12, 2025

HÅFA Adai. My name is Geraldine Hattori and I am reaching out with a humble request for your assistance on behalf of my family. My husband, Jeffrey Hattori, a 59-year-old man and lifelong resident of Guam, has been missing since Saturday, April 12, 2025. He departed the Hagåtña Boat Basin alone at …
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Zoning should be reformed, not removed

AS a longtime business owner with experience in both private enterprise and public development here in Saipan, I’ve had a front-row seat to the challenges and opportunities our island faces as it grows. One issue now on the table — zoning — deserves not just heated debate, but honest reflection roo…
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Recreational facilities are essential

SUBJECT: House Local Bill No. 24-3: To appropriate remaining fund balances of the $85,000 under the Saipan Local Law 23-04 for the repair, maintenance, and improvements of recreational facilities in Precinct IV; and for other purposes. Hafa Adai yan Tirow Acting Saipan and Northern Islands Legislat…
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